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10-Year-Old Girl Recites Hanuman Sahasranama Five Times from Memory at Ramakrishna Math, Inspiring Devotees

Arijit Bose

Seventh Bada Mangal Celebrations Witness Deep Devotion and Spiritual Fervour in Lucknow Lucknow: An atmosphere of devotion, spirituality, and cultural pride marked the celebrations of the seventh Bada Mangal of the holy month of Jyeshtha at Ramakrishna Math, where a remarkable feat by a 10-year-old girl captivated devotees and spiritual seekers alike. The highlight of the day-long celebrations was the extraordinary performance of Kumari Aryama Shukla, who recited the Shri Hanuman Sahasranama five times continuously and flawlessly from memory without referring to any text. Her exceptional command over Sanskrit scriptures…

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‘Pilates at Palassio’ Blends Fitness, Beauty and Self-Care in Unique Wellness Experience

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In celebration of Global Wellness Day, Phoenix Palassio hosted the inaugural edition of ‘Pilates at Palassio’ on June 13 and 14, offering participants a distinctive blend of fitness, beauty, fashion, coffee culture, and self-care. The two-day wellness initiative was designed to encourage people to prioritize their physical and mental well-being amid increasingly demanding lifestyles. By bringing together fitness activities and lifestyle experiences under one roof, the event created a platform for participants to reconnect with themselves and embrace healthier living habits. The opening day witnessed enthusiastic participation as attendees…

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Gonda SP Reviews Preparations for Sub-Inspector Recruitment Verification and Physical Standards Test

Arijit Bose

Gonda: Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal inspected the arrangements made at the Police Lines for the document verification and Physical Standards Test (DV/PST) of candidates shortlisted under the Civil Police Sub-Inspector Direct Recruitment-2025 process. During the inspection, the SP reviewed various facilities established for the recruitment exercise, including the candidate entry gate, biometric verification centre, holding and seating areas, and the DV/PST testing venue. He also checked the functioning and positioning of CCTV cameras installed at key locations to ensure transparency and security throughout the recruitment process. Vineet Jaiswal issued necessary…

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Laxmanpuri Festival 2026 to Celebrate Lucknow’s Cultural Heritage, Honour Distinguished Personalities

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A vibrant celebration of art, culture, literature, and social commitment is set to unfold in the state capital as Laxmanpuri Festival 2026 will be held on June 18, 2026, at the auditorium of the International Buddhist Research Institute, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. The festival is being jointly organized by the International Buddhist Research Institute, Badlav: Ek Kadam Shiksha Ki Ore, and Kala Karwan. The cultural extravaganza aims to showcase Lucknow’s rich heritage while bringing together eminent artists, writers, educators, social workers, culture enthusiasts, and students under one roof. Prestigious Honours…

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NSUI Workers Detained During March to Raj Bhavan Over Alleged Exam Paper Leaks

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Hundreds of activists of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) staged a protest march in Lucknow on Saturday against alleged paper leaks in several competitive examinations, including NEET, Lekhpal, and Uttar Pradesh Sub-Inspector recruitment exams, and against the detention of student activists raising the issue. The protest was led by NSUI National President Vinod Jakhar and NSUI Uttar Pradesh President Anas Rahman. Demonstrators began their march from the Uttar Pradesh Congress headquarters and proceeded towards Raj Bhavan to submit their demands. As the procession moved forward, police personnel…

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Statewide Flood Mock Drill Conducted Successfully Across 118 Flood-Prone Tehsils in Uttar Pradesh

Arijit Bose

Multi-agency exercise strengthens disaster preparedness and emergency response mechanisms ahead of monsoon season Lucknow: In a major step towards enhancing disaster preparedness, a state-level Flood Mock Exercise 2026 was successfully conducted across 118 flood-prone tehsils in 44 districts of Uttar Pradesh. The exercise was organized under the coordination of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Government of India, and the Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (UPSDMA). The large-scale simulation aimed to test and strengthen inter-departmental coordination, communication systems, resource mobilization, rescue operations, and emergency response mechanisms from village to…

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Over 1.5 Lakh Youth in Uttar Pradesh to Receive Free Financial Skills Training

Arijit Bose

UPSDM and NSE Sign MoU to Combine Skill Development with Financial Literacy Initiative to Promote ‘Skill + Financial Intelligence’ Model for Economic Self-Reliance Lucknow: In a pioneering initiative aimed at strengthening the financial capabilities of young people, the Uttar Pradesh Skill Development Mission (UPSDM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to provide free financial skills training to more than 1.5 lakh youth across the state. The partnership marks a significant step towards integrating financial literacy with vocational training, enabling young people not only…

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Modi Government’s 12-Year Journey Dedicated to Service, Good Governance and Public Welfare: Minister Sandeep Singh

Arijit Bose

Mathura/Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Basic Education, Sandeep Singh, said on Saturday that the past 12 years of the Central Government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi have been dedicated to service, good governance, and public welfare, laying a strong foundation for the vision of a developed India. Speaking at a media interaction programme held in Mathura as part of the nationwide campaign, “12 Years of Trust, Development and Public Welfare,” the minister highlighted key achievements of the Central Government in the areas of welfare delivery, digital…

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Poetry Collection by Banking Sector Veteran strikes a chord

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The poetry collection Ek Deepak Sab Jalayen by Yogendra Nath Dwivedi was launched at the Kaifi Azmi Academy. The foreword of the book has been written by Dr. Kumar Vishwas. On this occasion, poet Yogendra Nath Dwivedi, lyricist Ramayan Dhar, senior banker and the poet’s son Nilesh Dwivedi, and Dastango Himanshu Bajpai were present, along with Deepesh Raj, Chief General Manager of State Bank of India, Lucknow Circle, as the chief guest. At the beginning of the program, writer Hafeez Kidwai highlighted the significance of the Kaifi Azmi Academy.…

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Modi Government’s 12-Year Journey Marked by Trust, Development and Public Welfare: J.P.S. Rathore

Arijit Bose

Bareilly: Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Cooperation and District In-Charge Minister of Bareilly, J.P.S. Rathore, said on Saturday that the past 12 years under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi have been a historic period of trust, development, and public welfare that has transformed India’s trajectory and strengthened public confidence in governance. Addressing a press conference at the Circuit House in Bareilly, Rathore stated that the people of India have repeatedly demonstrated their faith in a government that prioritizes national interest and public service. He described…

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